Marrying My Bestie's Ferocious Brother - He Calls Me His Baby!-Chapter 40: You’re the Grand Finale Act!

At the break of dawn, Gu Yanshen got out of bed.

His movements were light, but as he turned over, the familiar dull ache in his lower back had disappeared without a trace.

In its place was an unprecedented feeling of relaxation and comfort.

He quietly glanced at Lin Wan Yi, who was sleeping soundly beside him.

In the moonlight, her serene sleeping face overlapped with the image of her leaning over to apply medicine for him last night.

Gu Yanshen dressed quietly and went out for training.

Meanwhile, after waking up, Lin Wan Yi was contemplating her next plan.

Sister Zhou from the commissary’s home had already been won over, and they now shared a relationship as close as sisters.

The ordinary army wives, like Sister in law Xiao Liu, were also grateful towards her.

But to truly secure her place in this residential compound, the most crucial link was still missing.

The commander’s wife, Wang Xiu’e.

This Mrs. Wang held the highest status among the women in the compound, known for her stern and rigid personality, and placed great importance on ideological integrity.

Lin Wan Yi had heard more than once that Mrs. Wang privately held some opinions about her, the "capitalist’s daughter," marrying Gu Yanshen.

To tackle this hardest nut, ordinary methods wouldn’t suffice.

Lin Wan Yi entered her space.

With the nourishment from spiritual spring water, the grapevines in the corner were bearing clusters of gemstone-like fruits, and the strawberries were glowing red.

She had a sudden inspiration and came up with an idea.

She picked the freshest grapes and strawberries and washed them with spiritual spring water.

She peeled and seeded the grapes, leaving only the sweetest flesh, and simmered it into a translucent light purple jelly.

The strawberries were cut into small pieces and cooked into a brightly colored red jam.

Finally, she took two clean glass jars, carefully poured in a layer of purple grape jelly, and after it solidified slightly, covered it with the fresh red strawberry jam.

And so, a jar of two-toned crystal jam was completed.

Through the glass jar, the two beautiful colors formed distinct layers, like a work of art.

She found a clean piece of floral cloth, cut it into a circle to cover the jar lids, and tied a delicate bow with some fine twine.

Such an operation would be unheard of by people in this era.

In the evening, when Gu Yanshen returned, he saw two beautiful little jars placed on the table.

"What is this?"

"It’s jam I made. Can you take it to the commander’s house for Mrs. Wang to taste?" Lin Wan Yi pushed the items in front of him.

Gu Yanshen picked up a jar, pausing momentarily.

"Mrs. Wang...she’s quite traditional, she might not accept these."

"It’s the thought that counts, whether she accepts it or not is up to her," Lin Wan Yi replied with a confident smile, "Just tell her it’s from me, leave it and go."

Gu Yanshen looked at his wife’s confident smile and asked no further questions.

He took the two delicately crafted jars and knocked on the commander’s door.

It was Mrs. Wang, Wang Xiu’e, who opened the door.

"Oh, Yanshen, is there something you need?" Wang Xiu’e maintained a somewhat courteous expression when she saw him.

"Mrs. Wang, this is some jam my wife, Lin Wan Yi, made for you and the commander to try." Gu Yanshen handed over the items.

Upon hearing "Lin Wan Yi," Wang Xiu’e’s expression turned indifferent.

Her eyes glanced over the fancy little jars, and her brow furrowed ever so slightly.

"Our home doesn’t go for such things, you young people eat them," she said.

"It’s a small token from my wife." Gu Yanshen insisted on leaving the items on the shoe cabinet at her doorstep, "Please give it a try, I’ll take my leave now."

After saying that, he saluted, turned around, and left, not giving Wang Xiu’e a chance to refuse again.

Wang Xiu’e, looking at the two jars by the door, felt a bit upset.

Yet another bourgeois act, not living honestly but instead fiddling with useless things.

She wanted to put them in the cabinet and never touch them again.

But the jars were too exquisite, with their light purple and bright red colors shining under the light, making it hard to look away.

Compelled by an inexplicable urge, she opened a jar.

A fragrance so sweet and rich that it was indescribable invaded her nostrils.

The scent...

Wang Xiu’e picked up a clean chopstick and lightly dipped it into the red jam on top.

She put the tip of the chopstick into her mouth.

In the next second, her eyes widened suddenly.

The tangy-sweet strawberry flavor mixed with a peculiar freshness exploded on her tongue!

The taste was so pure and intense, better than any fruit or canned goods she had ever tasted!

She tried digging in further to taste the layer of light purple grape jam.

It was sweet and smooth, melting in her mouth, as if tasting a whole bunch of freshly picked, ice-cold grapes from the vine!

Wang Xiu’e was completely won over. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

What concern did she have for the "bourgeois ways" now—she grabbed a spoon and ate one mouthful after another, unable to stop.

The next morning, a group of people gathered in front of the notice board of the residential compound.

"Have you heard? This year’s art performance, Mrs. Wang is personally overseeing it, and her standards are high!"

"Yes, even the programs submitted by those little girls from the performing troupe have been rejected!"

Sister in law Qian was among the crowd, wearing a face full of schadenfreude.

"Of course, Mrs. Wang can’t stand those pretentious acts, it’s about time to rectify things!"

Li echoed beside her, "That’s right! Especially some people who think they can show off just because they look a bit better, Mrs. Wang doesn’t buy that!"

The two of them chimed in with each other, occasionally glancing towards Lin Wan Yi’s home.

The implication was obvious.

At that moment, Lin Wan Yi approached leisurely, carrying a bucket towards the well.

Upon seeing her, Sister in law Qian raised her voice, deliberately speaking for everyone to hear.

"Mrs. Wang, you must keep a tight rein, don’t let people of bad character ruin the atmosphere of our troop’s performances!"

A chorus of army wives fixed their eyes on Lin Wan Yi.

Everyone was waiting for the spectacle to unfold.

Everyone knew Mrs. Wang harbored prejudices against Lin Wan Yi; Sister in law Qian’s words were like handing her a knife.

Lin Wan Yi acted as if she hadn’t heard, calmly preparing to fetch water.

Just then, Mrs. Wang, who had been silent all this time, suddenly moved.

She didn’t agree with Sister in law Qian, nor did she ignore Lin Wan Yi, but instead, she walked straight towards her.

Amidst the stunned gazes of everyone, Mrs. Wang’s face showed a rare, kind smile.

She stood before Lin Wan Yi and her voice resounded across the courtyard.

"Xiao Lin!"

This call left everyone dumbfounded.

Mrs. Wang continued, "That jam you sent yesterday was simply delicious! I’ve lived half my life and never tasted something so sweet and fragrant!"

The entire place fell silent.

The smiles on Sister in law Qian’s and Li’s faces froze instantly.

Mrs. Wang, seeming oblivious to their expressions, took Lin Wan Yi’s hand and warmly said,

"I think in this whole compound, your hands are the most skillful and your mind the liveliest!"

"It happens that this year’s cultural performance lacks a grand finale."

"Don’t hide your talents anymore, prepare well and show everyone your skills!"